Operating Manual for the DJ-600T
in text form by Jay Appell, KA1SNA
1 INTRODUCTION
We at Alinco would like to thank you for purchasing the ALINCO
DJ-600T (US Model)/DJ-600E (European Model). Radios and other
products made by ALINCO rank as some finest in the world. Your
DJ-600T/E has been manufactured and tested very carefully at the
factory and will give you satisfactory operation for many years. We
are confident that you will be very satisfied with your choice of
this fine ALINCO radio.
1.1 STANDARD ACCESSORIES
When you unpack your ALINCO transceiver, you will find the standard
accessories which include:
1. Hand Microphone (Condenser Type), with 16 button DTMF
Touch Tone pad. (DR-600T model only)
2. Mobile Mounting Bracket
3. Installation Hardware
4. DC Power Cord
1.2 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
To enhance your DJ-600 radio further, optional accessories are
available. At ALINCO, we strongly recommend that you purchase
appropriate accessories to get full features and performance from
your radio.
1. EJ-7U Tone Squelch Unit (This unit is required to operate the
tone squelch feature (CTCSS de-coding)
2. EJ-8U DTMF Unit (This unit is necessary for the DSQ function,
Auto Dialer and external remote controller
3. EDC-19 Seperate Mounting Kit with cable. (3m) 9ft 10in.
4. EDC-20 Seperate Mounting Kit with cable. (5m) 16ft 5in.
2 SPECIFICATIONS
The specifications outlined for this product are for use in the
amateur bands only. No guarantee or warranty, either specific or
implied, will apply to any function or specification outside the
amateur bands. Individual radios may experience different
performance and/or specification levels. All specifications are
approximations and may vary (+/-) 10% or more. All specifications
and features are subject to change without notice or obligation.
2.1 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Resolution: 5, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 25 Khz steps
Antenna Impedance: 50 Ohms unbalanced
Power Supply Requirements: 13.8 Volts DC
Current Drain @ 13.8VDC RX: Squelched doesn't exceed 800ma.
Dimensions:
Length = 178mm (7")
Width = 150mm (5 9/10")
Height = 50mm (2")
Weight: Approximately 1.5kgs (3.3lbs)
Memory Channels: 28 Channels (14 VHF, 14 UHF)
1 VHF Call Channel
1 UHF Call Channel
Current Drain at 13.8VDC: Receiving
2.2 U.S. FREQUENCY COVERAGE
The frequency coverage listed as follows applies to the DJ-600T.
VHF Band: 144.000 - 147.995 Mhz (TX)
135.000 - 173.995 Mhz (RX)
UHF Band: 440.000 - 449.995 Mhz (TX)
420.000 - 469.995 Mhz (RX)
2.3 EUROPEAN FREQUENCY COVERAGE
The frequency coverage listed as follows applies to the DJ-600E.
VHF Band: 144.000 - 145.9875 Mhz (TX&RX)
UHF Band: 430.000 - 439.9875 Mhz (TX&RX)
2.4 TRANSMITTER SPECIFICATIONS
Emission Mode: F3E (FM)
Modulation System: Variable reactance FM
Max. Freq. Deviation: +/- 5KHz
Spurious Emission: -60dB (or under)
Microphone: Electret Condenser
Operating Mode:
Simplex:
Duplex: 5KHz steps minimum between 0-10.995 MHz
from receiver frequency.
CTCSS Encoder: Built-in and included as standard
Transmit Power Output: HIGH 45W @ 9.5A Approximate
MID 10W @ 4.5A Approximate
LOW 5W @ 3.5A Approximate
HIGH 35W @ 10.0A Approximate
MID 8W @ 5.0A Approximate
LOW 4W @ 4.0A Approximate
2.5 RECEIVER SPECIFICATIONS
Current Drain squelched Doesn't exceed 800 mA
Modulation Acceptance F3E (FM)
Receiver System: Superheterodyne, Dual Conversion
Sensitivity: 12dB SINAD less than - 16dB per microvolt
Selectivity: +6 KHz or under at -6dB
+12 KHz or under at -60dB
Intermediate Frequency: VHF - 1st IF 30.825 MHz
2nd IF 455 KHz
UHF - 1st IF 30.825 MHz
2nd IF 455 KHz
Audio Power Output: Approximately 2.5 Watts
Speaker Impedance: 8 Ohms
3 OPTIONS
The following subsections explain how to install the EJ-7U Tone
encode and EJ-8U Tone decode option boards.
3.1 TONE SQUELCH UNIT (EJ-7U INSTALLATION)
This unit is an option, and is necessary to operate the Tone
Squelch Unit. The EJ-7U incorporates separate VHF and UHF
circuitry. This design makes possible for independent operation for
VHF and UHF.
1. Remove power source from the radio.
2. Place the unit upside down and front panel faced towards
you on a protective surface. The protective surface is used to
protect the radio from being scratched.
3. Remove (2) screws near rear bottom cover.
4. Remove (6) screws 3-Right and 3-Left.
5. Remove bottom cover.
6. Locate two connectors nearest you on the left, near front
panel.
7. Lift up gently (to open) on the U-shaped (outer ring) sleeve
found on the lower connector.
8. Install Tone Squelch Unit into the lower connector with IC's
facing towards you.
9. Press the sleeve around the connector to secure the ribbon
cable.
10. Install double stick sponge tape onto the back of the EJ- 7U,
then secure to main unit.
11. Re-install cover and screws beginning with steps 5 through 3.
12. Reset the microprocessor. (Push the FUNC button at the same
time you power up the DR-600T/E.
3.2 DTMF UNIT (EJ-8U INSTALLATION)
This unit is an option, and is needed for the DSQ function, auto
dialer and external remote controller. The Remote Control
Microphone (EMS-3) is required for these features. The EMS-3 comes
standard with the DR-600T.
1. Remove power source from the radio.
2. Place the unit upside down and front panel faced towards you
on a protective surface. The protective surface is used to
protect the radio from being scratched.
3. Remove (2) screws near rear bottom cover.
4. Remove (6) screws 3-Right and 3-Left.
5. Remove bottom cover.
6. Locate two connectors nearest you on the left, near front
panel.
7. Lift up gently (to open) on the U-shaped (outer ring) sleeve
found on the lower connector.
8. Install the DTMF Unit into the upper connector with IC's
facing AWAY from you.
9. Press the sleeve around the connector to secure the ribbon
cable.
10. Install double stick sponge tape onto the component side of
EJ-8U, then secure to main unit.
11. Re-install cover and screws beginning with steps 5 through 3.
12. Reset the microprocessor. (Push the FUNC button at the same
time you power up the DR-600T/E.
4 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
This section will discuss what the function or control is and how
to use it. The subsections are broken down into smaller sections
for easy access.
4.1 MAIN TUNING DIAL
The main tuning dial/knob may be rotated in either direction to
select transmit and receive frequencies, frequency steps,
sub-audible tones and transmit frequency offsets.
4.2 LCD PANEL
Highly visible under all lighting conditions the LCD panel displays
functional information during transceiver operations.
4.3 MHZ DOWN KEY
Frequency of selected band is decreased one MHZ with each touch of
this key. When the key is pressed and held, the frequency decreases
rapidly in one MHZ increments. This key is also used to change
memory channels and offset frequencies downward in one MHZ steps.
4.4 MHZ UP KEY
Frequency of selected band is increased one MHZ with each touch of
this key. When the key is pressed and held, the frequency increases
rapidly in one MHZ increments. This key is also used to change
memory channels and offset frequencies upward in one MHZ steps.
4.5 H/M/L (DIM) KEY
Pressing the H/M/L key selects the desired output power of the
transmitter. Power level is displayed as MID or LOW on the LCD
panel. If neither indicator is shown on the display, the power
level is HIGH. Power limits are as follows:
LOW VHF: 5 Watts
LOW UHF: 4 Watts
MID VHF: 10 Watts
MID UHF: 8 Watts
HIGH VHF: 45 Watts
HIGH UHF: 35 Watts
Access the DIM function by pressing the FUNC key followed by the
DIM key. There are two levels of intensity, bright and dim.
4.6 POWER SWITCH
This applies power to the radio. When the switch is pressed in, it
is powered ON. If the switch is out, then the radio is OFF.
***NOTE***
The LCD may flash once if the power switch is off and power is
applied from an outside source. This is a normal function, as the
unit is running a system check. When the unit recognizes that the
power switch is in the OFF position, it will turn off
automatically.
4.7 UHF BAND SWITCH
Press this key to select the UHF Band as the main (transmitting)
band. The U symbol will appear on the UHF Band side of the LCD
display.
4.8 VHF BAND SWITCH
Press this key to select the VHF Band as the main (transmitting)
band. The V symbol will appear on the VHF Band side of the LCD
display.
***NOTE***
When the cross band Repeater modification is performed, the LCD can
display airband. This is a visual indication only! The radio will
not receive airband.
4.9 MICROPHONE CONNECTOR
Connect the supplied microphone and screw outer ring of microphone
plug to secure plug to connector on the front panel.
4.10 VHF SQUELCH
Start by turning the knob fully counter clockwise, then rotate the
knob back clockwise until background noise is silent.
4.11 VHF VOLUME CONTROL
Adjusts the VHF audio level. Rotate control clockwise to increase
volume , and counter clockwise to decrease.
4.12 UHF SQUELCH
Start by turning the knob fully counter clockwise, then rotate the
knob back clockwise until background noise is silent.
4.13 UHF VOLUME CONTROL
Adjusts the UHF audio level. Rotate control clockwise to increase
volume , and counter clockwise to decrease.
4.14 FUNC KEY
Controls access to secondary functions. These secondary functions
are those functions printed in green on the control keys. It is
necessary to activate FUNC to access secondary functions.
4.15 VFO (CH.SP) KEY
VFO stands for variable frequency oscillator. Pressing this key
will return you from other operation modes.
The CH.SP function is used to select desired incremental changes of
receive/transmit frequencies, in steps of 5, 10, 12.5, 15, 20 or
25khz. After channel step is set, the receive/transmit frequency
will increase or decrease by the value selected when you turn the
main tuning dial.
1. Select the Main Band by pressing the VHF or UHF key.
2. Press "FUNC" key.
3. Press CH.SP key. The current channel spacing will appear in
place of the main band frequency.
4. Desired channel spacing increment may be selected by rotating
the main tuning dial in either direction. Another way would be
to use the UP/DOWN switches on the microphone.
5. After a selection is complete, Press any front panel key
except power switch.
After channel spacing is set, the receive/transmit frequency
will increase or decrease by the value selected when you turn
the Main Tuning dial.
When the transmit frequency extends beyond permissible limits,
Off will be displayed on the LCD display. The transmitter will
not transmit when Off is displayed.
4.16 REV (BELL) KEY
The REV KEY is used during duplex operations. Press the key to
reverse the transmitting frequency and the receiving frequency.
This feature is used for listening to the input frequency of a
repeater.If you hear your contact on the input, it is possible to
transmit in simplex mode. To activate the REV function:
1. Press the REV key. The repeater input frequency and opposite
SHIFT indicator will appear on the LCD display panel.
2. Press and hold the FUNC key, then press the REV key again to
cancel the REV function.
If the frequency, as a result of the REV key being activated, is
out of band, "OFF" will appear in the display.
The BELL activates a tone whenever the squelch is opened. This tone
is used to alert the operator that activity is currently taking
place on the main band. You will hear the BELL even if the audio
volume is turned all the way down.
4.17 MR (MW) KEY
MR stands for Memory Recall. This is used to display memory
channels.
MW stands for Memory Write. This function is used to write/store
frequencies and features into a memory channel.
4.18 PRI (S.TYP) KEY
The PRI key selects the priority mode, allowing one important
channel to be scanned periodically during various scan modes.
S.TYP means scan type. This function is utilized to select the
desired scan type.
Busy Scan - Stops at busy channel and restarts 2 seconds after
carrier drops.
Open Scan (SP) - Stop at an open frequency and hold for several
seconds.
Time Scan (TM) - Stops at a busy frequency and hold for several
seconds.
Time Open Scan
(TM SP) - Stops at open frequency, holds for several seconds
and continues whether the frequency is busy or
not.
Program Scan - Start and stop at selected lower and upper
frequencies.
4.19 CANCEL (LOCK) KEY
Voids a mistaken entry and returns the unit to the previously set
frequency and function.
The LOCK disables function and control key.
4.20 SHIFT (ADD) KEY
The SHIFT KEY is used to change frequency offset and shift. The
symbols - , + and star symbol are used to indicate shifts.
1. Press the SHIFT key repeatedly until the desired shift appears
on the LCD display.
The - symbol indicates that the transmitter will subtract
the offset with the transmitted frequency.
The + symbol indicates that the transmitter will add the
offset with the transmitted frequency.
Simplex operation is active when neither the - or + symbol
is displayed on the LCD display.
2. Select the Main Band by pressing the VHF or UHF key. The LCD
display returns to frequency.
Amateur radio repeaters utilize separate transmitter and
receiver sections. The transmitter frequency may be offset
either above or below the receive frequency according to
repeater coordination conventions. The standard offset for the
2 meter band is 600 Khz. Offset for the 70cm band is 5 Mhz.
Offset direction varies according to established band
plans.
EXAMPLE: SHIFT
1. Select the Main Band by pressing the VHF or UHF key.
2. Rotate the Main Tuning dial or press either arrow key to
select the desired offset.
3. Press the SHIFT key. An offset will be displayed on the LCD
display.
4. Press the PTT key to complete offset procedure.
DJ-600T DJ-600E
VHF: 600 Khz (0.60) VHF: 600 Khz (0.60)
UHF: 5 Mhz (5.00) UHF: 7.6 Mhz (7.60)
The SHIFT selects + or - repeater input frequency, or simplex
transmission.
The ADD key is used in conjunction with various scan modes.
4.21 SCAN (SKIP) KEY
The SCAN key is used to start and stop the scan mode. The SKIP key
is used to skip select memory channels during a memory scan.
4.22 ARM (ARMW) KEY
ARM stands for Additional Repeater Memory. ARM is an additional
bank of memory channels that are specifically designed for storing
repeater frequencies, shifts and offsets. You may view what is
stored in ARM by pressing the ARM key.
ARMW is used to write repeater information into the ARM memory
bank.
4.23 MUTE (ABX) KEY
The MUTE key is used to mute the audio on either VHF or UHF band.
When ABX is utilized, it switches the transmitting band between VHF
and UHF, as a signal is received on either band.
4.24 CALL (CALLW) KEY
The CALL key is used to access a pre-programmed frequency with the
push of one key.
The CALLW key is used to write your call frequency to the CALL
channel.
4.25 TONE (BEEP) KEY
The TONE key is used to activate (encode or decode) and select one
of 38 sub-audible tones that are factory programmed in to the
radio. The beep key enables or disables the beep. The beep
indicates if a key has been pressed, or an automatic function has
occurred.
5 LCD DISPLAY DESCRIPTIONS
5.1 MAIN BAND
Indicates main (transmitting band.
5.2 PRI
Priority function On.
5.3 ENC
PL Encoder [CTCSS] tone activated. The PL tone will be transmitted
with the main carrier.
5.4 DEC
PL Decoder [CTCSS] tone enabled. Incoming PL tone will be received
and decode functions will be activated.
?v TM
Time Scan Function On. Scan stops on first busy frequency and
resumes after 5 seconds, even if signal is still present.
5.6 SP
Open Channel Scan On. Scan stops at first open frequency and will
remain there until signal is received.
5.7 MUTE
Audio is Off on selected band.
5.8 REV
Reverse function selected.
5.9 A
Automatic Repeater Memory function activated.
5.10 M
Memory mode selected.
5.11 ADD
Additional Programmed Scan active
5.12 FUNC
Function is On. Secondary Green function keys may be activated.
5.13 ABX
Automatic Band Exchange function enabled.
5.14 DSQ
DTMF Squelch function (DTMF decode) On.
5.15 + -
Indicates up or down transmitter offset.
5.16 FREQUENCY
Displays selected transmit/receive frequencies, channel step, and
sub-audible encoded tone frequencies.
5.17 BUSY
Squelch open, signal being received.
5.18 S/RF METER
Indicates relative received signal strength or transmitter RF
output level.
5.19 DECIMAL POINT
The decimal point indicates MHz for transmit/receive and offset
frequencies. In addition, kHz for channel step and Hz for encoded
PL [CTCSS] tone frequency.
***NOTE***
In memory mode, the decimal point will flash on and off. If SKIP
channels are programmed, the decimal point will disappear.
5.20 MEMORY CHANNEL
Indicates selected memory channels.
5.21 ON AIR
Indicates transmitting.
5.22 MID
Middle transmitter output power level selected: 10W/VHF and 8W/UHF.
5.23 LOW
Low transmitter output power selected: 5W/VHF and 4W/UHF.
6 REAR PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
1. VHF 8 Ohm speaker jack: This jack allows you to hear VHF
activity only. The UHF activity will be heard out of the
speaker in the DR-600.
2. UHF 8 Ohm speaker jack: This jack allows you to hear UHF and
VHF activity.
3. VHF 50 Ohm antenna connector, marked VHF on connector barrel.
4. UHF 50 Ohm antenna connector, marked UHF on connector barrel.
5. 13.8 Volt DC power input connector. Connect supplied DC
power cable to this connector.
CAUTION
Be sure voltage polarity is correct before connecting power cable.
Supplied power cable is polarity coded. RED is positive, BLACK is
negative.
7 MICROPHONE DESCRIPTIONS
1. UP/DOWN Switches
2. UP/DOWN Switches
Used to step VFO and sub-audible tone frequencies or memory
channel up or down. Frequencies will change continuously when
switch is pressed and held.
3. PTT Switch
Unit transmits when Push To Talk switch is pressed.
4. MIC
Speak into microphone from approximately 2" distance.
5. 16 TONE DTMF PAD (DR-600T Standard/DR-600E Optional)
Each numerical or letter key activates one DTMF tone. Press in
desired order. Microphone emits a low level verification tone
to indicate successful key activation. Transmit DTMF tones by
switching the "Remote/DTMF" key to the DTMF position, press
and hold the PTT and enter the DTMF tones desired from the
Touch Tone Pad on the Mic.
+-------------------------------------------------------+
| DTMF (Dual Tone Multi Frequency Chart |
+-------------------------------------------------------+
| High Tone (Hz)| 1209 | 1336 | 1477 | 1633 |
| Low Tone (Hz) | | | | |
+-------------------+--------+--------+--------+--------+
| 697 | 1 | 2 | 3 | A |
+-------------------+--------+--------+--------+--------+
| 770 | 4 | 5 | 6 | B |
+-------------------+--------+--------+--------+--------+
| 852 | 7 | 8 | 9 | C |
+-------------------+--------+--------+--------+--------+
| 941 | * | 0 | # | D |
+-------------------+--------+--------+--------+--------+
6. LOCK
Disables all microphone functions except PTT
7. REMOTE/DTMF (DR-600T Standard/DR-600E Optional)
Permits mic touch tone pad input of 16 functions to main unit.
DTFM selects DTMF key pad.
8 GETTING STARTED (Receiving)
1. Connect a 13.8 Volt DC Power Supply to the Radio.
2. Connect the antenna(s) to the rear of the radio to the
appropriate antenna connector. Please refer to the MOBILE
ANTENNA INSTALLATION for more information.
3. Adjust the following switches and controls on the front panel
of the radio.
o POWER: OFF
o DC POWER SUPPLY: OFF
o VOLUME CONTROLS: Fully Counter Clockwise
o SQUELCH CONTROLS: Fully Counter Clockwise
4. Locate the POWER switch on the front panel and press it in.
The display should be illuminated and indicate frequencies and
V for VHF. The initial factory delivered settings:
VHF
VFO Frequency: 145.000Mhz DTMF Squelch: None
Memory Channel: 1 Memory Frequency: 145.000 Mhz
Channel Step: 5 khz Scan Type: Busy Scan
Channel Step (600E)12.5 khz ARM Base:
Shift: 0 ARM:
Offset Frequency: 0.6 Mhz DSQ Code: 111
Tone Encoder: None Autodialer: None
Tone Frequency: 88.5 Hz
UHF
VFO Freq. 600T: 445.000Mhz DTMF Squelch: None
VFO Freq. 600E: 435.000Mhz Memory Frequency: 445.000 Mhz
Memory Channel: 15 Memory Freq.(600E):435.000 Mhz
Channel Step: 5 khz Scan Type: Busy Scan
Channel Step(600E): 12.5 khz ARM Base:
Shift: 0 ARM:
Offset Frequency: 5 Mhz DSQ Code: 111
Tone Encoder: None Freq.(600E): 7.6 Mhz
Tone Frequency: 88.5 Hz Autodialer: None
5. Adjust the volume controls on each band until a signal (or
noise) is heard.
6. Rotate the Main turning dial, and select an open frequency on
each band. Rotate the squelch controls clockwise on each band
until the noise disappears and the busy indicator doesn't
illuminate. Another way to change the frequency is to use the
UP/DOWN switches on the microphone.
7. Select the desired band by pressing the VHF BAND UHF switch on
the front panel. A V will be displayed when VHF is enabled and
U will be displayed when UHF is enabled.
***NOTE***
Be sure to power off the radio before turning off the power
supply.
8.1 CONFIRMATION TONES
Musical tones will sound whenever control keys are pressed if the
BEEP function is active. Tones will not sound when the main tuning
dial, volume and squelch controls, main power switch or microphone
UP/DOWN switches are activated.
To defeat confirmation tones;
1. Press the FUNC key.
2. Press the BEEP key.
3. To restore tones, repeat steps 1-2.
8.2 TRANSMITTING
1. Make sure that you follow all steps set forth in the "GETTING
READY" section first.
2. Select a frequency, shift direction, shift value, and PL tone
frequency.
3. Check to see if the frequency is in use before transmitting.
4. Select appropriate transmitter output power level by cycling
H/M/L key on the front panel until minimum power for the
intended transmission is indicated on the LCD panel.
5. Press PTT switch and speak into microphone. The ON AIR
indicator will illuminate while transmitting.
6. Release PTT switch, ON AIR light goes out and unit returns to
receive.
9 TRANSCEIVER MODES
The DR-600T/E has 4 modes; VFO mode, MEMORY mode, CALL mode and
ARM mode. The DR-600E does not utilize CALL mode.
9.1 VFO MODE (Variable Frequency Oscillator)
Press the VFO key. The transceiver will be in VFO mode. This mode
is used to change frequency and select desired channel step, offset
frequency (up to 10.995 MHz by 5 kHz), tone frequency (38
frequencies in Hz), etc.
9.2 MEMORY MODE
The following guidelines will help you to program and manipulate
memory channels. To select the memory mode, press the "MR" key.
The most recently used memory channel will display :
o Frequency
o Memory channel number
o Other programmed functions
You can scan the memory channels with the "Scan" key, elect to skip
any memory channel with the (Skip) key, or select the scan type
with the (S.TYP) key (the programming these functions is detailed
further in this manual).
The DR-600T/E has two (02) banks of memory channels:
1ST the main bank of 28 memory channels that are accessed with the
MR(MW) key.
2ND the ARM memory channels. ARM gives you 10 additional memory
channels.
9.3 SCROLL MEMORY
Scrolling the main bank of memory channels up or down can be done
one of two ways, the front panel or microphone.
Example from the Front Panel
1. Press the MR key.
2. Use MHZ up or MHZ down key on front panel.
Example from the Microphone
1. Press the VFO key.
2. Enter C02 on the microphone keypad. Now your in memory mode.
3. To increase memory channel number, enter C08, to decrease
enter C09.
9.4 MEMORY WRITE
To write functions to any memory channel, perform the following.
Example 1:
1. Select VFO mode.
2. Select the VHF or UHF band.
3. Select the receive frequency.
4. Select the repeater shift - or +, and the required offset. If
required - consult your Repeater Directory.
5. Select the proper PL [CTCSS] sub-audible tone. If necessary
consult your Repeater Directory. After selecting and setting
the required functions you can write (store) those functions
to a memory channel in a couple of ways.
6. Press the "FUNC" key. The "FUNC" indicator and memory channel
number will be displayed on the LCD.
7. Turn the Main Tuning Dial clockwise to choose the desired
memory channel number (clockwise to increase, counter
clockwise to decrease). Select the desired memory channel
number (1 to 28). The following, (1L, 1U, 2L, 2U, and A) are
special use channels explained later in this manual.
8. When you have selected the memory channel you want, push the
(MW) key to write (store) to memory. The LCD will return to
VFO, and selected functions will be stored in the last
displayed memory channel.
You may store VHF or UHF frequencies and functions in any one of
the 28 memory channels. Be advised that there are only 28 main
memory channels, storing a VHF or UHF frequency in any channel will
utilize that channel for that setting ONLY. You will have to
overwrite on that used channel to utilize it for another band.
For example: the factory setting shows memory channels 1 - 14 on
the VHF band side, and 15 - 28 on the UHF band side. You can store
a VHF frequency and functions in channel 18. That channel will
then be displayed on the VHF band side, and no longer on the UHF
band side. Scrolling through the UHF band side will display 15,
16, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 only. Channel 18
will not display on the UHF band side.
***NOTE***
Several of the memory channels have been reserved for "Special
Functions": (1) Channels 1L, 1U, 2L,& 2U are reserved for Program
Scanning, and (2) Channel A is reserved for programming the ARM
memory channels.
Example 2:
1. Select the desired VHF or UHF band, as described above.
2. Press MR for memory recall and use the MHz key to select the
desired memory channel. You will only be able to select those
memory channels displayed on the band (VHF or UHF) you
initially selected.
3. Press the VFO key.
4. Select a frequency, shift direction, shift value, and PL tone
frequency.
5. Press "Func" key first, and then the (MW) key. The frequency
and functions chosen will be stored into the previously
selected memory channel.
10 CALL MODE
Press the CALL key. The transceiver will be in CALL mode. The CALL
Mode allows a single key to access an immediately desired
programmed frequency.
10.1 CALL WRITE
You can set a desired frequency (and other functions) into your
CALL Memory Channel by performing the following steps.
1. Select VFO mode.
2. Select the frequency you want to store as your CALL frequency,
repeater input shift, PL tone, etc.
3. Push the "FUNC" key
4. Push the (CALLW) key to store frequency in to the CALL Memory
channel.
11 ARM MODE (AUTOMATIC REPEATER MEMORY)
There are ten ARM memory channels. These channels are used by ARM
exclusively and are separate from the main memory channels.
Frequency storage for ARM can be achieved automatically or by
manual entry. The main purpose of ARM is to store repeater
frequencies automatically.
11.1 AUTOMATIC ENTRY (ARM)
To write repeater frequencies and functions to any ARM
memory channel, it is necessary to first setup storage for
ARM via VFO mode.
1. Select VHF or UHF VFO mode.
2. Select the receive frequency, shift and if required, PL (CTCSS
sub-audible tone).
3. Press the "FUNC" key, and the memory channel number will
be displayed on the display.
4. Turn the Main tuning dial clockwise or counter clockwise until
the "A" memory channel is displayed.
5. Push the MW key.
6. Press the microphone PTT switch. If the DR-600T transceiver
receives an acknowledgement from the repeater, the frequency
and other functions will be memorized in channel A1.
11.2 AUTOMATIC REPEATER SHIFT (ARM)
Here's an example of how to have your Alinco 600 automatically
shift when you enter in a frequency.
1. Enter into the VHF VFO a known frequency above 147.000 and
include the positive offset!
2. Press the FUNC button.
3. Press the up/down buttons on the mic, or turn main tuning dial
until memory channel A is selected in the display.
4. Press the MW key.
5. Press PTT on the microphone and identify your station as
testing. After you have heard the squelch tail on the
repeater, the frequency you just entered will have been
stored into ARM memory.
6. Enter a frequency below 147.000 and include the negative
offset.
7. Press PTT once! This clears the display but doesn't transmit.
The shift limits have now been understood by the DR-600.
Select any frequency further and the shift will automatically
be inserted with the frequency.
***NOTE***
The 10 memory channels in ARM cannot be selected individually for
programming. Each frequency stored will push the last previously
stored frequency into the next ARM memory and so on and so forth.
After all ten memories are used, the oldest frequency in ARM will
be discarded. The ARM is limited to recording within the initial
Mhz frequency.
11.3 MANUAL ENTRY (ARM)
If the repeater is not equipped to answer your DR-600T/E, it will
be necessary to manually write your entry into the first available
open ARM memory channel.
1. Select VHF or UHF VFO mode.
2. Select the receive frequency, shift, and if required PL
(CTCSS) sub-audible tone.
3. Press the "FUNC" key, and the memory channel number will be
displayed on the display.
4. Turn the Main tuning dial clockwise or counter clockwise until
the "A" memory channel is displayed.
5. Push the MW key.
6. Push "FUNC" key.
7. Push "ARMW" key.
8. If you wish to select another frequency, make sure it is in
the same Mhz range. Selection of a frequency out of the Mhz
range will not be stored.
***NOTE***
The 10 memory channels in ARM cannot be selected individually for
programming. Each frequency stored will push the last previously
stored frequency into the next ARM memory and so on and so forth.
After all ten memories are used, the oldest frequency in ARM will
be discarded. The ARM is limited to recording within the initial
Mhz frequency.
Example:
Initial frequency in "A1" is set to 147.015 Mhz, then the
upper frequency possible to program for the ARM bank is
147.995.
11.4 SCROLL ARM MEMORY
To access the ARM bank of memory channels push the ARM key. The LCD
will display "A" and the memory channel number, indicating that you
are in the ARM bank of memory channels. You can engage the same
features in the ARM memory bank as you can in the main bank of
memory channels. You can scan, skip, set the type of scanning in
these memories by engaging those functions, described later in this
manual.
You can scroll the ARM by:
1. Turning the Main Tuning Dial; clockwise to increase, or
counter clockwise to decrease.
2. Pushing the Up/Down keys on the microphone.
3. The MHz Up/Down key on the front panel.
12 PRIORITY FUNCTION
This function allows a one second scan of the user-selected
priority frequency and a five second scan of the other
frequencies in the VFO Priority, Memory Priority, and Call
Priority modes.
12.1 VFO PRIORITY
Desired priority frequency stored in any of the main Memory
Channels will be scanned for one second, and the last selected VFO
frequency will be scanned for 5 seconds.
1. Store desired frequency in any memory channel.
2. Select VFO mode and a VFO frequency.
3. Press the "PRI" key. The PRI indicator will appear on the LCD
and VFO Priority scan will begin.
The last selected memory channel will be scanned for one second,
the VFO frequency will be scanned for five seconds. If the
microphone PTT is pressed while on the VFO frequency, the priority
channel will NOT engage until the PTT is released.
If the microphone PTT is pressed while on the priority channel
(memory channel 1), the Priority function will be canceled, and the
transceiver will remain on memory channel one. The DR-600T/E will
return to the VFO frequency.
12.2 MEMORY PRIORITY
This is the reverse of the VFO Priority mode. The VFO frequency
will be scanned for one second and the memory channel will be
scanned for five seconds.
1. Select VFO and a VFO frequency.
2. Press MR to select memory mode
3. Select a memory channel containing the desired memory
frequency to be scanned.
Any memory channel in the main transmitting band can be selected
for Memory Priority Scan. You are not restricted to memory channel
1, as in VFO Priority Scan.
4. In the memory mode, press the "PRI" key. PRI indicator will
appear on the LCD and Memory Priority Scan will begin. The VFO
frequency will be scanned for one second and the selected
memory channel will be scanned for five seconds. If the
microphone PTT is pressed while on the memory channel, the
Priority function will stop until the PTT is released.
12.3 CALL PRIORITY
The VFO frequency is scanned for one second and the programmed CALL
frequency is scanned for five seconds.
1. Push the "CALL" key to access your programmed CALL frequency.
2. Push the "PRI" key, the PRI indicator will display on the LCD,
and the CALL channel will be scanned for five seconds, and the
current VFO frequency will be scanned for one second.
13 SCAN
The DR-600T/E offers various scanning options and 4 scanning types.
These scanning options are:
Band Scan (VFO mode) - scans entire band.
Program Band Scan (VFO mode) - scans programmed lower to
upper frequencies.
Memory Scan - scans memory channels in
selected band.
Memory Channel Skip - permits unwanted memory
channels to be skipped
during memory scan.
ARM Scan - Scanning ARM memory
13.1 BAND SCAN MODE (VFO MODE)
In this scan option all MAIN BAND VFO channels are scanned by
pressing the "SCAN" key. Frequency decimal point will flash to
indicate scanning in progress. In the BAND SCAN mode no scan type
symbol is displayed on the LCD panel. The scanning direction may be
reversed by rotating the Main Tuning Dial in the direction opposite
to the current scan direction. Pressing the appropriate Up/Down
microphone switch, in Remote mode, also reverses the scan
direction. All 4 scan types can be applied to Band Scan.
13.2 PROGRAM BAND SCAN MODE (VFO MODE)
This scan option allows the scanning of a range of VFO frequencies
between user selected Lower (L) and Upper (U) band frequencies (the
transceiver must be in the VFO mode to initiate this scanning
option). Frequency Lower and Upper ranges are stored in 1L & 1U
respectively for the VHF Band, and 2L & 2U respectively for the UHF
Band.
Storing the Lower and Upper Ranges
1. Select VFO mode.
2. Select desired Lower Frequency.
3. Press the "FUNC" key. The "FUNC" indicator and memory channel
number will be displayed on the LCD.
4. Rotate the Main Tuning Dial until 1L (for the lower VHF
frequency or 2L for the lower UHF) is displayed.
5. Press the "MW" key to store the selected Lower Frequency to
memory.
6. Select desired Upper Frequency.
7. Press the "FUNC" key. The "FUNC" indicator and memory channel
number will be displayed on the LCD.
8. Rotate the Main Tuning Dial until 1U (for the upper VHF
frequency or 2U for the upper UHF) is displayed.
9. Select any frequency between the programmed lower and upper
limits.
10. Press the "SCAN" key to start scanning between the programmed
lower and upper limits. Scan direction can be selected by
turning the main tuning dial in the desired scan direction.
13.3 MEMORY SCAN MODE
This scan option allows the user to scan frequencies that have been
programmed in any (or all) of the memory channels. Bands may be
scanned individually or both bands may be scanned simultaneously.
And the direction of scan (up or down) can be set by pressing the
appropriate MHz Up/Down key prior to, or during, the scan
operation. To store desired frequencies (or other functions) to
memory channels, see the section of this manual entitled "Memory
Write".
13.4 MEMORY CHANNEL SKIP MODE
Memory Channel Skip permits unwanted memory channels to be skipped
during memory scan.
1. Press the "MR" key to select the Memory Recall mode.
2. Press the MHz Up/Down to select the memory channel to skip.
3. Press the "FUNC" key then the (SKIP) key. The decimal point
will disappear and the selected memory channel will be skipped
during Memory Scan.
4. Press the SCAN key. The channels programmed will be scanned
and those programmed with SKIP will be skipped.
5. To cancel Memory Channel Skip, press the "FUNC" key and then
the (SKIP) key. The decimal point will re-appear, and that
memory channel is restored to scan.
13.5 ARM SCAN
To initiate the ARM scan option, push the "ARM" key to select the
ARM mode. Then push the "SCAN" key to start scanning the ARM
memories.
13.6 SCANNING TYPES
Busy Scan (No Display) - Stops at busy frequency or channel
until clear, then resume scan.
Open Scan (SP) - Stops at open frequency or channel.
Time Busy Scan (TM) - Stops at busy frequency or
channel, then resume scan after several
seconds, whether busy or clear.
Time Open Scan (TM SP) - Stops at open frequency or channel,
then resume scan after several seconds.
Engaging Scan Function and Selecting Scan Type:
1. Select mode, VFO, Memory, or ARM. Initial setting (No Display)
indicates that "Busy Scan" is selected.
2. Press "FUNC" key then (S.TYP),"SP" displays indicating that
"Open Scan" is selected.
3. Press "FUNC" key then (S.TYP),"TM" displays indicating that
"Time Busy Scan" is selected.
4. Press "FUNC" key then (S.TYP),"TM SP" displays indicating that
"Time Open Scan" is selected.
5. With the proper scan type selected, press the "SCAN" key to
start scanning. The decimal point indicator will flash while
the DR-600T/E is in the scan mode.
***NOTE***
In any scan mode, you can manually override a "stop"
and resume scanning by rotating the Main Tuning Dial.
6. To stop scanning, push the "SCAN" key once more. The decimal
point indicator will stop flashing, confirming that the
DR-600T/E is no longer in the scan mode.
13.7 SCANNING WITH ADD MODE
The purpose of ADD mode is to allow scanning of the VHF lower scan
limit through through the Upper scan limit and then switch over to
the UHF scan limits and then repeat this event. In the following
example you may use VHF or UHF frequencies only. You may not use
UHF and VHF together in ADD MODE. Lets give an example to make it
clear.
Example:
I want to scan from 145.000 to 145.250 and 147.000 to 147.250. This
is possible through the use of ADD mode.
1. Select the VFO for the VHF band.
2. Enter 145.000 into the VFO.
3. Press the "FUNC" key.
4. Rotate the main tuning dial until 1L is shown.
5. Press MW switch.
6. Enter 145.250 into the VFO.
7. Press the "FUNC" key.
8. Rotate the main tuning dial until 1U is shown.
9. Press MW switch.
10. Enter 147.000 into the VFO.
11. Press the "FUNC" key.
12. Rotate the main tuning dial until 2L is shown.
13. Press MW switch.
14. Enter 147.250 into the VFO.
15. Press the "FUNC" key.
16. Rotate the main tuning dial until 2U is shown.
17. Press MW switch.
18. Check right now and make sure that the VFO is somewhere within
the scan range of our example.
19. Press the "FUNC" key.
20. Press ADD key.
21. Press SCAN key.
The display will now scan 145.000 to 145.250 followed by 147.000 to
147.250. Turning the main tuning dial clockwise will cause scan
frequency to increase. Turning the dial counter clockwise will
cause the scan frequency to decrease.
14 REPEATER OPERATION
Amateur radio repeaters utilize separate transmitter and receiver
sections. The transmitter frequency may be offset either above or
below the receive frequency according to repeater coordination
conventions.
***NOTE***
Repeater offsets are sometimes referred to as "splits". To Select
Repeater Offset Frequency and Direction:
14.1 REPEATER SHIFTS/OFFSETS
1. Select VFO mode.
2. Press the SHIFT key.The current offset (usually 0.60) and the
minus sign (-) will appear first on the LCD display panel,
indicating a minus offset of 0.60 MHz (600 kHz). In this
position the desired offset frequency may be selected by
rotating the Main Tuning Dial in either direction. The
DR-600T/E accepts offsets from 0.00 to 10.0 MHz in 5 kHz or
12.5 kHz steps.
3. Press the PTT switch to store the selected offset, the minus
(-) shift and return to the selected repeater frequency.
4. Pressing the SHIFT key again will show the VFO frequency and
the plus (+) offset indicator on the LCD display panel. Press
the microphone PTT switch to store the frequency and the plus
(+) offset.
5. Pressing the SHIFT key again will show the VFO frequency but
neither the minus (-) nor the plus (+) offset direction
indicator. In this mode the transmitter is not offset from
the receiver frequency indicating the simplex mode. The
transmitter will transmit on the frequency to which the
receiver (VFO) is set.
o The "-" display indicates that the transmit frequency (when
the PTT is pushed) will be below the receive frequency by
the kHz or MHz selected.
o The "+" display indicates that the transmit frequency
(when the PTT is pushed) will be above the receive
frequency by the kHz or MHz selected.
14.2 PL ENCODE/DECODE
Tone Encode
1. Push the "Tone" key and the PL (sub-audible) tone frequency
(in kHz) will display on the LCD for the selected VHF or UHF
band.
2. Change to the desired kHz by turning the Main Tuning Dial
(clockwise to increase, or counter clockwise to decrease). The
DR-600T has 38 settings from 67.0 kHz to 250.3 kHz). ENC will
display on the LCD, indicating that the selected PL Tone will
be encoded (transmitted) with the main carrier frequency.
***NOTE***
The purpose of CTCSS (PL) is to reduce co-channel interference
during band openings. CTCSS (PL) equipped repeaters will respond
only to signals having the CTCSS tone required for that
repeater."
3. To return to VFO, push the VFO key or the PTT.
Tone Decode
With the optional EJ-7U Tone Unit installed, you can set PL
decode by:
1. Push the "Tone" key immediately after setting the tone kHz
(without returning to VFO). DEC will display on the LCD,
indicating that received PL tones will be decoded.
***NOTE***
The purpose of PL decoding is to selectively receive
transmissions. Only those transmissions that have the
appropriate PL sub-audible [CTCSS] tone will be received by the
DR-600T/E.
14.3 REVERSE (REV)
In some areas there may be repeaters operating on repeater
frequency pairs, the exact reverse of another repeater in the area.
That is, the input of one repeater is the output frequency of the
other and vice versa. To avoid the inconvenience of reprogramming
every time both repeaters are in range, the REV key allows instant
reversal of the input and output frequencies and the offset
direction. The REV function is also useful to check the repeater
input to determine if another station is heard directly so you can
go simplex. To activate the REV function:
1. Press the REV key The repeater input frequency and opposite
SHIFT indicator will appear on the LCD display panel.
2. Press the REV key again to cancel the REV function.
15 AUTOPATCH OPERATION
Many repeaters offer a telephone link known as an autopatch. The
DR-600T/E can be utilized in the same manner as a mobile (or
cellular) telephone. The DTMF (Dual Tone Multi Frequency) key pad
on the remote control microphone (Standard on 600T) is used to send
DTMF tones that can activate autopatches and control other repeater
user functions. The repeater control operator or repeater users can
advise you on how these functions are used.
o Optional Function for the DR-600E (European Version)
15.1 AUTODIALER
This function is used to transmit a memorized DTMF code. A
programmed number may extend up to 18 digits. The DR-600T/E has
four autodialer memory channels accessible to either VHF or UHF
band. There is one memory channel (ARM channel 5)that is used to
receive DTMF codes. This particular channel is NOT programmable
directly from the DR-600T.
o Requires the DTMF Unit (EJ-8U) for T/E versions Without the
use of the EJ-8U, it will appear as if the unit is performing
autodial, in fact it isn't.
o Requires 16 Tone DTMF Microphone T-Standard E-(EMS-3Z)
15.2 AUTODIALER PROGRAMMING
1. Select the VFO for the desired band you wish to use.
2. Enter C13 on the DTMF microphone pad. The display will show a
channel number and a flashing minus (-) sign. If the channel
has already been programmed previously, the number for that
channel will be shown.
3. Select channel by using the Mhz Up/Down key on the front
panel. You may select 1 of 4 autodialer memory channels. The
5th channel is the DTMF monitor channel (See DTMF monitor
section). You cannot store a DTMF sequence
4. Enter telephone number and any required codes up to a maximum
of 18 digits.
5. Press the VFO or PTT switch on the microphone to store phone
number or DTMF codes.
AUTODIALER TRANSMITTING
Remember that the optional DTMF Unit (EJ-8U) is required for
Autodialer operation.
1. Select the VFO for the desired band you wish to use.
2. Select the transmitting frequency.
3. Enter C14 on the DTMF microphone pad.
4. Select the desired Autodialer channel by using the Mhz Up/Down
key on the front panel. Only channels with phone numbers or
codes programmed in will be accessible. Empty autodialer
memory channels will not be accessible.
5. Depress the PTT key on the microphone and enter the code C15.
The number programmed will now be sent and heard on the radio
speaker.
6. Another way to send out the tones, Perform steps 1-4. Press
the PTT and press the VHF or UHF button on the front panel.
***NOTE***
The Remote/DTMF switch on the microphone must be in the "Remote"
position, not the DTMF position.
15.4 ERASE AUTODIALER NUMBER
1. Enter C13 on the DTMF pad.
2. Select the appropriate autodialer number. Select channel by
using the Mhz Up/Down key on the front panel.
3. Press the "FUNC" key and then the "SKIP" key. The autodialer
memory channel selected will be erased of all numbers and
codes.
***NOTE***
Channel 5 of the Autodialer cannot be erased
16 REMOTE CONTROL OPERATIONS
You may control your DR-600 by a remote hand held radio with DTMF
capability. In this section we will unfold the various REMOTE
CONTROL features. The Optional DTMF Unit {EJ-8U} is REQUIRED. The
DR-600T/E can be controlled by a DTMF capable remote transceiver,
from any location within transmit/receive range of the DR-600T/E
and remote unit.
Functions such as:
o Cross Band Repeating
o Accessing and Changing Memory Channels
o Selecting Output Power
o Selecting Main Band
o Many other features can be controlled from a remote unit.
This exciting feature of the DR-600T/E gives the operator the
ability to transmit from a low power Hand Held Unit through the
DR-600T/E (Cross Band Repeat) with 45 Watts (approx) on VHF or 35
Watts (approx) on UHF.
16.1 CHANGE FREQUENCY REMOTELY
You can only change frequency directly on the sub-band from the
main band. You can change the VHF frequency from UHF or change UHF
frequency from VHF. The flashing DSQ indicator must be programmed
to the main band. If you want to change the VHF frequency, you can
only do that by coming in through the UHF band side, subsequently
the UHF band must have the flashing DSQ indicator on.
1. Enter DSQ number sequence via your hand held to the 600.
2. Press the "A" key on the hand held and notice how the main
band display will go blank. New frequency digits will appear
as they are entered. When the sixth digit is entered, the
original display frequency of the main band will return, and
the new frequency just entered will appear on the sub-band
side.
Change Frequency on VHF via UHF Example:
Lets say that VHF shows 145.000 and I want to change that to
145.225.
1. Select UHF frequency with pre-programmed DSQ code.
2. I will key the PTT button on the hand held and enter my 3
digit access code. Don't release the PTT yet.
3. Press the "A" key on the hand held. The UHF display will go
blank.
4. Enter the new VHF frequency "145.225". Notice that it will
show up on the UHF side. When the 6th digit is entered, the
original UHF frequency will display, and the VHF side will now
show the new frequency 145.225.
16.2 CROSS BAND REPEAT REMOTELY
You can place your DR-600 into cross band repeat mode by using a
hand held radio remotely. This is achieved simply by performing the
following.
ENABLE
1. Enter DSQ number sequence via your hand held to the 600.
2. Press the "D" key followed by 99. This enables Cross Band
repeat.
DISABLE
1. Enter DSQ number sequence via your hand held to the 600.
2. Press the "D" key followed by 01. This disables Cross Band
repeat.
17 DR-600 MICROPHONE CONTROL
There are functions that can be utilized from the 600 mic or
remotely accessed. This section will focus on functions accessed
via the microphone.
17.1 DSQ DESCRIPTION
To operate DSQ, it is required to have the optional DTMF Unit
(EJ-8U) and a 16 Tone DTMF Pad Microphone ((EMS-3Z) Standard with
the US version, Optional with the European version).
The DSQ is divided into two primary functional groups:
1. Code Squelch
2. DSQ Paging
17.2 CODE SQUELCH
Code Squelch allows the squelch to be opened when the DR-600T/E
receives a pre-designated three (03) digit code as programmed into
any of the three group DSQ channels 1-3.
17.3 PROGRAM DSQ CODE
The DSQ is an abbreviated name for DTMF Squelch Control. This
feature is used to DE-Code DTMF tones to open (or keep closed) the
DR-600T/E squelch, and allow for receiving a transmission. This
function is used to control your DR-600 remotely via a hand held
radio. After the following steps are taken, your radio will only
accept commands after a special combination of codes are sent.
1. Select VFO mode, and set desired frequency.
2. Make sure "Lock" switch on Mic is off (Right), and
"Remote/DTMF" switch is in "Remote" position (Left).
3. Enter C10 on the Touch Tone Pad of the Mic. The frequency
indicator on the main band (VHF/UHF) will blink on and off
repeatedly.
4. On the Touch Tone Pad of the Mic enter a channel selection
(one numerical digit 1-4), and an access code (three numerical
digits, any selection from 000 to 999).
Immediately after entering the third digit of your access code
(total of four digits, including the channel selection) the
DR-600T/E will return to VFO mode.
5. Enter C12 on the Touch Tone Pad of the Mic. Flashing DSQ
indicator will appear.
6. Push the PTT key on the Mic, or the "VFO" key on the front
panel. The DSQ indicator will stop flashing.
7. Push the "FUNC" key, and then the MHz Up key on the front
panel. There will be a confirming tone, and the DSQ will begin
flashing (on and off) again.
8. To cancel the Remote Control Function, enter C12 on the Mic
and press the MHz Down key. DSQ indicator will disappear.
At this point the Remote Control Function is programmed into the
DR-600T/E, and can be controlled from a remote unit. It is
recommended that this programming be stored in every memory channel
that you may want to work remotely. To maintain Remote Control of
the DR-600T/E it is necessary to have the flashing DSQ displayed
on the LCD. If you change to modes (VFO or Memory), or memory
channels that DON'T have a flashing DSQ programmed YOU WILL LOSE
REMOTE CONTROL. The DTMF 3 digit codes for Remote Controlling are
the same as used when controlling the DR-600T/E from the Touch Tone
Pad on the Mic.
17.4 DSQ PAGING
DSQ Paging has three functions:
1. Group
This allows the user to Page all the members of a
predesignated group. A group is identified by seven (07)
digits.
GROUP CODE........3 digits
A CODE DELINEAR...1 digit (* on DTMF pad)
SELF STATION CODE 3 digits
When the group pager function is activated,stations with the
same group code can communicate with all members of the group.
The DR-600T has three channels for group codes. This allows
the operator to have access to three different groups.
***NOTE***
The "*" As a Group Separator DSQ has reserved the "*" mark as
a separator between different DSQ channels. The "*" CANNOT be
used as any digit of a three digit DSQ Code.
2. Individual
This allows the user to Page one pre-designated individual. An
individual is identified by seven (07) digits.
REMOTE STATION CODE...3 digits
A CODE DELINEAR.......1 digit (* on DTMF pad)
SELF STATION CODE.....3 digits
When the individual pager function is activated, an
individuals with the pre-designated individual code can
communicate with the DR-600T/E operator. The DR-600T/E has one
channel for individual codes.
***NOTE***
The "*" As a Group Separator DSQ has reserved the "*" mark as
a separator between different DSQ channels. The "*" CAN NOT be
used as any digit of a three digit DSQ Code.
3. Private Paging Within A Group
This allows the user to Page one individual within a
pre-designated group. An individual is identified by six (06)
digits.
GROUP CODE.............................3 digits
FIRST DIGIT OF A REMOTE STATION CODE...1 digit
A "*"..................................1 digit
FIRST DIGIT OF THE PRE-DESIGNATED
SELF STATION CODE......................1 digit
***NOTE***
The "*" As a Group Separator DSQ has reserved the "*" mark as a
separator between different DSQ channels. The "*" CANNOT be used
as any digit of a three digit DSQ Code.
+----------------------------------------------------------+
| Code Function Description |
+----------------------------------------------------------+
| B01 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.01 on sub-band |
| B02 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.02 on sub-band |
| B03 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.03 on sub-band |
| B04 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.04 on sub-band |
| B05 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.05 on sub-band |
| B06 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.06 on sub-band |
| B07 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.07 on sub-band |
| B08 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.08 on sub-band |
| B09 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.09 on sub-band |
| B10 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.10 on sub-band |
| B11 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.11 on sub-band |
| B12 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.12 on sub-band |
| B13 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.13 on sub-band |
| B14 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.14 on sub-band |
| B15 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.15 on sub-band |
| B16 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.16 on sub-band |
| B17 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.17 on sub-band |
| B18 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.18 on sub-band |
| B19 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.19 on sub-band |
| B20 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.20 on sub-band |
| B21 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.21 on sub-band |
| B22 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.22 on sub-band |
| B23 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.23 on sub-band |
| B24 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.24 on sub-band |
+----------------------------------------------------------+
+----------------------------------------------------------+
| Code Function Description |
+----------------------------------------------------------+
| B25 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.25 on sub-band |
| B26 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.26 on sub-band |
| B27 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.27 on sub-band |
| B28 MEM CH. Select memory Ch.28 on sub-band |
| C00 CANCEL Cancels Function |
| C01 VFO Select VFO Mode |
| C02 MR Select Memory Mode |
| C03 CALL Select CALL Mode |
| C04 ARM Select ARM Mode |
| C05 VHF Select VHF Band |
| C06 UHF Select UHF Band |
| C07 H/M/L Select Power Output |
| C08 MHz UP UP One MHz (or Memory Channel Up|
| In Memory Mode) |
| C09 MHz DOWN Down MHz (or Memory Channel Down|
| In Memory Mode) |
| C10 DSQ Set DSQ Code |
| C11 DSQ Select DSQ Code |
| C12 DSQ Select DSQ Mode |
| C13 DIALER Set Autodialer |
| C14 DIALER Select Autodialer |
| C15 DIALER Transmit Autodialer |
| C21 VFO Select VFO mode on sub-band |
| C22 MR Select MR mode on sub-band |
| C23 CALL Select CALL mode on sub-band |
| D01 REPEATER OFF Turn OFF Cross Band Repeater |
| D99 REPEATER ON Turn ON Cross Band Repeater |
+----------------------------------------------------------+
17.5 PROGRAM DSQ PAGING
DSQ has five (05) DSQ channels, divided into three specific
operations. Each channel stores three (03) digits.
DTMF Paging
Self Station - DSQ Channel 0
Group Stations - DSQ Channel 1-3
Remote Station - DSQ Channel 4
DSQ PROGRAMMING
1. Enter "C11" on the microphone and use the MHz Up/Down key to
choose DSQ Channel(1-3).
2. Push PTT to transmit DSQ code. Any (compatible) transceiver
with same 3 digit code programmed will open squelch, and
receive the transmission.
P DSQ PROGRAMMING
1. Enter "C12" on the Mic and use MHz Up key to select P DSQ.
2. Press PTT to set Private Paging.
3. Press PTT to transmit P DSQ codes (3 digits of DSQ channel 4
[Remote Station Code], "*" sign, and 3 digits of DSQ channel
0 [Self Station Code]). Any (compatible) transceiver with
same codes programmed will open squelch, and receive
transmission.
G DSQ PROGRAMMING
1. Enter "C12" on the Mic and use MHz Up key to select G DSQ
press PTT to set G DSQ.
2. Enter "C11" and use MHz Up/Down key to select one of the three
different Group Codes (DSQ channels 1-3).
3. Press PTT to transmit G DSQ codes (3 digits of selected
[Group Code] DSQ channel 1-3, "*" sign, and three digits of
DSQ channel 0 [Self Station Code]. Any (compatible)
transceiver with same codes programmed will open squelch, and
receive transmission.
PG DSQ PROGRAMMING
1. Enter "C12" on the Mic and use MHz Up key to select PG DSQ.
2. Press PTT to set PG DSQ.
3. Press PTT to transmit PG DSQ codes (3 digits of selected
[Group Code] DSQ channel 1-3, first digit of DSQ channel 4
[Remote Station Code]., "*" sign, and first digit of DSQ
channel 1 [Self Station Code]. Any (compatible) transceiver
with same codes programmed will open squelch, and receive
transmission.
17.6 SELECTING DSQ MODE
The DSQ mode consists of four features; three paging
(Group,Private, and Individual within a Group) and Code Squelch.
Each feature is displayed on the LCD when selected.
LCD Display DSQ Mode Feature
DSQ: Code Squelch
P DSQ: Private Paging
G DSQ: Group Paging
PG DSQ: Individual within a Group Paging
Indicator Off: No DSQ Setting
Here is how to make the appropriate selection:
1. Set the "Lock" switch on the Mic to the Unlocked position
right), and the "Remote/DTMF" switch to the remote position
(left).
2. Enter "C12" on the Touch Tone Pad on the Mic. The "DSQ"
indicator will begin to flash confirming the Code Squelch
feature selected.
3. Press the PTT, DSQ stops flashing.
4. While the DSQ indicator is flashing, press the Mhz Up key to
select Paging, Group, or Individual within a Group. After the
proper selection has been made.
5. Press PTT on the microphone. The DSQ indicator will stop
flashing.
***NOTE***
When the proper DSQ mode has been selected, the DR-600T/E will
only receiver transmissions from another source when the proper
DSQ codes are sent. Those DSQ codes will open the squelch on the
DR-600T/E and allow a received signal to be monitored.
17.7 OPERATING DSQ PAGING AND SQUELCH
Operating DSQ paging and squelch will allow the originating
DR-600T/E to open the squelch of a remote transceiver (compatible
with the DR-600T/E).
1. Select the DSQ feature desired on the originating DR-600T/E.
DSQ will transmit the 3, 7, or 6 digits of any selected group
code.
2. Every time the PTT is depressed, the appropriate DSQ codes (as
per selected feature) will be transmitted automatically.
17.8 EXAMPLES OF DSQ TRANSMISSIONS
When DSQ feature is selected, one of the Group Code (DSQ channels
1-3) will be automatically transmitted. You can choose which group
code (DSQ channel) is transmitted by entering C11 on the Mic and
using the MHz Up/Down key to select the desired channel. When the
PTT is depressed, the chosen DSQ code will be automatically
transmitted. Any compatible transceiver with the proper programming
will open squelch.
Example:
Operation Channels
---------------------------------------------------------
Self Station Code, DSQ channel No.0 085 DSQ1
Group Codes, DSQ channel No.'s 1 - 3 147 DSQ1
258 DSQ2
369 DSQ3
Remote Station Code, DSQ channel No. 4 456 DSQ4
P DSQ - Private Paging
When P DSQ feature is selected, the three digits of DSQ channel 4
(Remote Station Code), the "*" sign, and the three digits of DSQ
channel 0 (Self Station Code), are transmitted automatically when
the PTT is depressed. Any compatible transceiver with the proper
programming will open squelch.
G DSQ - Group Paging
When G DSQ feature is selected, the three digits of the selected
DSQ channel (1-3) (Group Code), the "*" sign, and the three
digits of DSQ 0 (Self Station Code), are transmitted
automatically when the PTT is depressed. Any compatible
transceiver with the proper programming will open squelch.
PG DSQ - Individual within a Group Paging
When PG DSQ feature is selected, the three digits of the selected
DSQ channel (1-3) (Group Code), the first digit of DSQ channel 4
(Remote Station Code), the "*" sign, and the first digit of DSQ
channel 0 (Self Station Code). Any compatible transceiver with
the proper programming will open squelch.
17.9 USING THE WILDCARD
DSQ has reserved the "#" mark as a wildcard. The wildcard allows
for combining of groups. If the first (or first and second) digit
of a several group codes are the same, you can replace the second
and third digits (or just third digit) with a "#" mark, and thus
transmit to all those groups.
Ex: Group Code (DSQ Channels 1-3)
Channel DSQ Code Wildcard
1 123 12#
2 124 12#
3 156 1##
In this example, the user could contact two (or all three) groups
together, not separately as would be the case if "#" as wildcard
was not used.
17.10 CHANGING VFO FREQUENCY
There are two methods of changing the VFO frequency of the main
band (VHF or UHF) directly from the microphone.
Stepping by MHZ
1. Enter the programmed three digit access code.
2. Enter C08 to go up 1 MHz or C09 to go down 1 MHz.
Direct Entry
1. From the VFO mode, enter the new frequency desired. You must
enter all 6 digits of the frequency If Step is set at 12.5 kHz
you will only need to enter 5 digits to change the VFO
frequency.
18 ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS AND OPERATIONS
This section will cover all all operations and functions not
previously described.
18.1 SIMULTANEOUS RECEIVING
Among the many useful features of the DR-600T/E is the ability to
receive on both bands at the same time
1. Simply select the desired receiving frequencies on each band.
Ensure that the MUTE function is not active on either band.
18.2 FULL DUPLEX OPERATION
Among other features of the DR-600T/E is the ability to operate in
the "Full Duplex" mode. Full Duplex is similar to a telephone,
where both parties can speak and listen simultaneously on two
difference channels.
1. Select VFO and set the desired frequency on each band. Either
band may be used to transmit. The selected Main Band will be
the transmitting band. The sub-band will be the receiving
band. In this mode you speak on the Main Band and listen on
the sub-band. Avoid repeater frequencies. Restrict full duplex
operation to established simplex frequencies only.
18.3 ABX (Automatic Band Exchange)
This function automatically selects whichever band is active (The
presence of a signal) as the Main Band. To select the ABX Function;
1. Select VFO and set desired frequency.
2. Press FUNC key. The ABX indicator will appear on the LCD
display.
If the microphone PTT switch is pressed while ABX has switched to
the sub band, the ABX function is cancelled and the sub-band
becomes the main band. If a priority function is active on the
sub-band it will be inactive when ABX switches to the main band.
Priority will resume when ABX returns to the sub-band.
18.4 MUTE
The MUTE function permits temporary silencing of either band. To
select the MUTE Function;
1. Press the MUTE key once for UHF, twice for VHF, three times
for cancelling MUTE.
18.5 LOCK
This function prevents unintended function changes by locking out
all functions except the main Power switch, and the microphone PTT
switch. To select the LOCK Function;
1. Press the "FUNC" key and then the (LOCK) key to enable. To
disable LOCK, follow step 1 again.
18.6 DIM
The DIM function allows selection of two different LCD display
panel brightness levels. To change LCD brightness level;
1. Press the "FUNC" key, then the (DIM) key. Repeated pressing of
those keys will raise and lower the brightness level of the
LCD.
18.7 CANCEL
Some mistaken operations may be corrected with the CANCEL Function.
19 CROSS BAND
To manually place your DR-600 into Cross Band Repeat mode, you must
modify your radio. These steps are straightforward, easy to
perform, so take your time. We have broken this procedure into
small distinct sub-sections called:
o BEGIN CROSS BAND REPEATER MODIFICATION
o FINISH CROSS BAND REPEATER MODIFICATION
o RADIO RESETTING
o CROSS BAND REPEATER MODIFICATION
19.1 BEGIN CROSS BAND REPEATER MODIFICATION
The DR-600T/E is capable of operating as a Cross Band Repeater. The
DR-600T/E will receive a transmission on one band (VHF or UHF) and
re-transmit on the other band.
It is necessary to perform a simple factory authorized modification
(clipping a wire) to open the Cross Band Repeater function. After
performing that modification, accessing Cross Band Repeater is
accomplished through the front panel, or a remote unit.
1. Remove power source to the radio.
2. Remove four (04) screws holding the front panel to the unit
main body. There are two screws on the right-hand side and two
screws on the left-hand side of the front panel. The front
panel can now be removed from the main body.
3. To separate the front panel from the main radio chassis,
carefully unplug the cable in back of the front panel.
4. Remove two (02) screws holding the cover plate to the back of
the front panel.
5. Carefully remove the back cover of the front panel, using a
narrow blade, flat tip screw driver. Only slight pressure
is required.
6. Cut or remove the "BLUE WIRE" Loop located on the exposed PC
board. Go to "FINISH CROSS BAND REPEATER MODIFICATION".
19.2 FINISH CROSS BAND REPEATER MODIFICATION
7. Gently refit back cover to the front panel.
8. Insert the two (02) screws and secure.
9. Connect cable from main radio chassis to the front panel.
10. Refit front Panel to Main Body.
11. Attach front panel with four (04) small screws.
12. Go to "RADIO RESETTING".
19.3 RADIO RESETTING
1. Press and hold the "FUNC" key. While holding the "FUNC" key
push the "Power" key on the front panel. The LCD will display
145.00 (VHF) and 445.00 (UHF), and you can now access Cross
Band Repeat.
After performing the modification (described above), and resetting
the radio, Cross Band Repeat can be accessed directly through the
front panel or by remote control. For remote control, go to this
section.
To engage cross band repeater function:
1. Press and hold the "FUNC" key, then press the "VHF" key.
To disengage cross band repeater function:
1. To disengage Cross Band Repeater function, press and hold the
"FUNC" key, then press the UHF key.
20 MOBILE ANTENNA INSTALLATION
Connect the antenna for VHF to the VHF terminal located in the rear
of the DR-600. Connect the antenna for UHF to the UHF terminal
located in the rear of the DR-600. When using a single dual-band
antenna, a DUPLEXER is required. The use of 50 ohm coaxial cable is
required for all antenna installations. Mobile antennas required an
appropriate mounting base for proper installation and operation.
Please refer to the antenna manufacturers manual for the proper
installation and mounting information. Antenna accessories are NOT
available from ALINCO.
Author: Jay Appell, KA1SNA